Clearance Rubbish Modern Slavery Statement

This Modern Slavery Statement explains Clearance Rubbish's ongoing commitment to prevent modern slavery and human trafficking in our operations and supply chains. As an organisation operating in waste management and clearance services, Clearance Rubbish maintains a zero-tolerance policy toward any form of forced labour, exploitation or human trafficking. This statement sets out our approach to risk assessment, supplier engagement and the proactive steps we take to identify and eliminate slavery-related harms.

Clearance Rubbish enforces a clear and uncompromising zero-tolerance policy across all levels of the business. Our expectations are communicated through contractual terms, procurement standards and staff training. We require all employees, contractors and partners to adhere to our anti-slavery rules and to act immediately if they suspect any breach. Non-compliance results in swift remedial action, which can include termination of contracts and escalation to legal authorities where appropriate.

Supplier due diligence and supplier audits form a cornerstone of our anti-slavery programme. We perform risk-based assessments on suppliers and service providers to identify areas most vulnerable to modern slavery risks. The process includes document checks, site visits and targeted supplier audits to verify working conditions, recruitment practices and labour protections. Where risks are identified, Clearance Rubbish requires time-bound corrective action plans and follows up until satisfactory remediation is achieved.

Supply Chain Governance and Risk Management

Our procurement and compliance teams maintain robust policies to manage and reduce the risk of exploitation across our supply chain. We map supply chains where feasible, prioritising high-risk geographies and subcontracted services such as manual handling, transport and temporary labour. Transparency is promoted through clear contractual obligations, mandatory declarations and periodic re-assessments. Clearance Rubbish's anti-slavery policy is embedded into supplier on-boarding and contract management processes.

Reporting channels and whistleblowing mechanisms are designed to be accessible, confidential and safe. Employees and third parties can report concerns through anonymous hotlines, dedicated internal reporting portals and through nominated safeguarding officers. All reports are investigated promptly, with protections in place to prevent retaliation. We encourage a culture where raising concerns is recognised and supported.

We build capability through training and awareness for staff and partners. Regular training modules cover the indicators of modern slavery, how to use reporting channels and the steps to take when encountering suspicious activity. Our expectations are reinforced in job descriptions, contractor briefs and induction materials. Compliance is monitored and forms part of performance reviews for managers with procurement responsibilities.

Audits, Remediation and Continuous Improvement

Clearance Rubbish adopts a pragmatic approach to remediation: where labour exploitation is identified, we work with suppliers and relevant stakeholders to ensure victims are supported and that improvements are implemented. This may include worker reallocation, restitution measures and revised recruitment practices. Our aim is to remediate harm while ensuring sustainable changes to practices and systems.

We conduct ongoing supplier audits which combine document review, on-site inspections and interviews. These audits evaluate worker contracts, pay records, hours, freedom of movement and recruitment fee practices. Findings are categorised, and corrective actions are tracked until completion. We also require higher-risk suppliers to submit to independent third-party inspections where necessary.

This anti-slavery statement is subject to an annual review by senior management and the board. The review assesses our policies, audit outcomes, training effectiveness and the utility of reporting channels. Results inform our strategic priorities for the following year and any necessary policy revisions. Clearance Rubbish remains committed to continuous improvement, transparency and collaboration with stakeholders to eliminate modern slavery from our operations and supply chains.